Men’s Day at NYFW
New York Men’s Day once again put American menswear in the spotlight at New York Fashion Week. William Frederick’s Made in Cleveland collection was a testament to American manufacturing with classic tailored shirt jackets and pants. Perry Ellis, meanwhile, has launched a reboot with her new generation-appropriate American Her Sportswear. Varsity jackets, joggers and hooded sweatshirts that say “America” tell the story of what young athleisure-loving American consumers are looking for in menswear. Christopher Fraser
Model for men’s presentation. Left and center, Perry Ellis. That’s right, William Frederick.
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Tia Adeola
Tia Adeola helped kick off NYFW at Flatiron’s opulent and magnificent Prince George Ballroom.
Known for its rococo frills and frills, the designer did not disappoint many fans. The latest collection is filled with sexy sheer dresses and skin-baring ensembles embellished with feathers, ruffles, shimmering metallics, and the occasional lace or sequin.Menswear features Prince and his revolution. It included a satin pirate-style shirt that the designer would have gladly worn. “I share my thoughts and freely express my opinions through my apparel,” she said. Sarah Sears
A model on the Tia Adeola catwalk.
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Trans Clothing Company
New York Fashion Week has long embraced transgender people, including Chromat designer Becca McCharen-Tran. This year, NYFW took the next step on the runway with a showcase featuring transgender and non-binary models by Trans Clothing Company. Among them are MMA guru Fallon Fox, 10-year-old Noela and Livia Wolfe. Dawn Ennis
Model of Trans Clothing Company. Left, MMA fighter Fallon Fox. Center, Lex Pe’er Horwitz. And right, 10-year-old Noella.